MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
69,112 miAbove average mileage for this year
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surface corrosion to subframes suspension components and structure of vehicle
Emissions not tested vehicle would not run or idle for long enough to carry out test (8.2.1.2 (d))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
all brake discs pitted and corroded
play to safe limit in near side rear hub assembly
surface corrosion to subframes suspension components and structure of vehicle
front and rear subframes surface rust
nearside and offside inner sills surface rust
rear and front brake pipes slightly corroded
rear exhaust section joins corroded not leaking gases
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
offside screen washer jet partley blocked
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
both front brake discs very corroded
centrel locking fault
offside screen washer jet partley blocked
Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
coolant pipe leaking under car.
How Reliable is the MG Mgf?
Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y197 MNK is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
Across all 2001 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,155 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y197 MNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was Y197 MNK registered?
Y197 MNK is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 8 June 2001.
Is Y197 MNK safe to buy?
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